Samsung Galaxy Ring unlikely to go official with the Galaxy S24 series in Q1 2024

The Samsung Galaxy Ring, rumored to go official in January 2024 with the Galaxy S24 lineup, is now expected to be unveiled in Q3 2024 or Q1 2025, reports Korean publication The Elec. The publication claims that the Samsung Galaxy Ring's design isn't finalized, and the Ring, in its current stage, supports multiple features but is too large for commercialization. Samsung is expected to reduce the Galaxy Ring's size while implementing as many functions as possible. Oura Ring Moreover, the Samsung Galaxy Ring won't be sold in just one size since the Korean conglomerate is working on...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_ring_q3_2024_q1_2025_launch-news-60147.php

OnePlus Watch 2 tipped to launch in 2024

OnePlus launched its first smartwatch, called OnePlus Watch, in March 2021, which was more of a glorified fitness tracker than a proper smartwatch. OnePlus no longer sells the OnePlus Watch through its official website, but we hear the brand will launch its successor next year. Word comes from tipster Max Jambor, who claimed the OnePlus Watch 2 will be launched in 2024 with a round design. Jambor also claimed the Watch 2 "will be better," which is hardly news since that's what is expected from newer models anyway. OnePlus Watch We don't have a specific timeframe for the OnePlus...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_watch_2_launch_date_2024_tipped-news-60146.php

Funtouch OS 14 launched, here's a list of vivo and iQOO smartphones eligible for the upgrade

vivo released the Android 14 beta for the vivo X90 Pro in May and announced the Android 14-based Funtouch OS 14 Preview Program for the smartphone in September. Today, vivo officially launched Funtouch OS 14 and shared a list of vivo smartphones eligible for the upgrade in India along with the timeline for the rollout of the beta version. The list includes 30+ smartphones, with the vivo X90 and X90 Pro getting beta updates in mid-October. These will be followed by the X80 Pro in mid-November, with the X80, V29 Pro, V29, V27 Pro, and V27 receiving the updates in December. You can check...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/funtouch_os_14_android_14_beta_vivo_iqoo_eligible_smartphones_list-news-60145.php

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 and Z Flip5 both get One UI 6 beta based on Android 14

It's been a while since Samsung first made One UI 6 beta available for its S-series flagships, and during all this time its foldables were kept on the sidelines. Well, not anymore. Starting today, the One UI 6 beta program, based on Android 14, is available for both the Galaxy Z Fold5 and the Galaxy Z Flip5. If you want to enroll your Fold5 or Flip5 into the beta, you need to hop into the Samsung Members app, where a big banner advertising the beta should be found up top. If you don't see it, then you might need to uninstall and reinstall the Samsung Members app, according to some reports,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_z_fold5_and_z_flip5_both_get_one_ui_6_beta_based_on_android_14-news-60144.php

OnePlus Pad Go announced with 11.35” IPS LCD and Helio G99 chipset

The latest tablet entry from OnePlus is here with the OnePlus Pad Go. As an affordable Android tablet, Pad Go brings toned-down specs compared to the OnePlus Pad alongside a much more enticing starting price. OnePlus Pad Go Pad Go features an 11.35-inch IPS LCD with 1720 x 2408 px resolution, a 90Hz refresh rate and a 7:5 aspect ratio. OnePlus also added quad speakers with Dolby Atmos and an 8MP front-facing camera. There’s a MediaTek Helio G99 chipset under the hood alongside 8GB RAM and 128/256GB storage is expandable via the microSD card slot. The back features a centered...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_pad_go_announced_with_1135_ips_lcd_and_helio_g99_chipset-news-60135.php

Samsung Exynos 2400 detailed – 70% faster CPU, Xclipse 940 GPU with AMD RDNA 3 graphics

Samsung Semiconductor held its System LSI Tech Day event in San Jose, California where we got an early glimpse of the upcoming Exynos 2400 flagship mobile chipset. Exynos 2400 will likely arrive on the Galaxy S24 series, serving as a successor to Exynos 2200 with promises of a massive leap in performance. Samsung claims Exynos 2400 offers a 1.7x increase in CPU performance and a 14.7x boost in AI performance compared to the Exynos 2200. Samsung introduced a new AI tool designed for upcoming smartphones with updated text-to-image AI generation which was demoed on stage. Exynos...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_exynos_2400_detailed__70_faster_cpu_xclipse_940_gpu_with_amd_rdna_3_graphics-news-60133.php

Samsung officially unveils One UI 6 with redesigned Quick panel and new font

Samsung kicked off its SDC23 (Samsung Developer Conference 2023) with a few key announcements. The biggest is One UI 6 - the next installment of Samsung's overarching software. The beta version of the software has been around for a while, but Samsung now laid out some of what to expect from the final version. One UI 6 will focus on enhanced usability and intelligent photo and video editing. It brings a revamped Quick panel and app interfaces, as well as a new typeface - One UI Sans. The Gallery will analyze photos using AI features like Photo Remaster and Object Eraser and will...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_unveils_one_ui_6_with_redesigned_quick_panel_and_new_font-news-60132.php

Samsung Galaxy A15 4G pops up on Geekbench

Last month, renders of the Samsung Galaxy A15 surfaced online, showing us what the smartphone looks like. Now, the Galaxy A15 has popped up on Geekbench, revealing its key specs. We are talking about the 4G variant, having model code SM-A155F. It runs Android 14 and has 4GB RAM onboard. The smartphone is powered by an octa-core processor with a maximum clock frequency of 2GHz and scored 743 and 2,005 points in Geekbench's single and multi-core tests, respectively. The Samsung Galaxy A15 4G's Geekbench listing doesn't divulge anything else about it, but the Galaxy A15's leaked...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a15_4g_key_specs_geekbench-news-60131.php

New iPad, iPad mini, and iPad Air models coming in the next few months

Apple is currently working on a bunch of new tablets, all of which will become official in the next few months. In fact, all of them are slated to launch with a version of iPadOS 17, which means they will be released before next September, when Apple will send out iPadOS 18 to supported devices. That's not a very clear timeline at all, but what is clearer are the models that we should expect. First off, a new iPad mini, with the same design as the last one, but newer internals. Current iPad mini Second, not one but two new iPad Airs, one of which could be either a plus-size model,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/new_ipad_ipad_mini_and_ipad_air_models_coming_in_the_next_few_months-news-60130.php

Samsung Galaxy S24, S24+, and S24 Ultra will all have titanium frames, new rumor claims

Last month the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max launched with titanium frames instead of the stainless steel used in their predecessors. The novelty won't last long, however, if the latest rumor regarding Samsung's Galaxy S24 family pans out. According to a tipster over on X (formerly Twitter), the Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24+, and Galaxy S24 Ultra will all have titanium frames. We've already seen all three of them in leaked CAD-based renders, and those images portrayed very flat frames. The Galaxy S24, S24+, and S24 Ultra all have titanium frames.— Revegnus (@Tech_Reve) October 5, 2023...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s24_s24_and_s24_ultra_will_all_have_titanium_frames_new_rumor_claims-news-60129.php

Stacked OnePlus 11R Solar Red launches as India exclusive

OnePlus just launched an India-exclusive 11R Solar Red version - a stacked variant of the 11R in a catching color. OnePlus touts the color as iconic to the brand. The back features grippy vegan leather with stitching on the sides. Fetching rear design aside, this is a maxed-out OnePlus 11R with 18GB of LPDDR5X RAM, a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chip, 512GB of storage, and 100W SuperVOOC charging. OnePlus says the added RAM will make the 11R Solar Red 6% faster and that it will happily run Genshin Impact at an average of 59.46 fps. The OnePlus 11R Solar Red is INR 45,999 in its...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/stacked_oneplus_11r_solar_red_launches_as_india_exclusive-news-60119.php

Samsung brings sleep apnea detection to Galaxy Watch 5 and 6 series in Korea

Samsung announced a new sleep apnea detection feature coming to Galaxy Watch models in Korea early next year. The new feature received approval from Korea’s Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) and will be available for the Galaxy Watch6 and Watch5 series in the Samsung Health Monitor app. With the new sleep apnea feature on Galaxy Watch series, we are providing users with a simple, proactive tool to recognize this disorder in its earliest possible stages before their condition worsens.” - Hon Pak, VP and Head of Digital Health Team at Samsung Mobile Samsung claims Galaxy Watch...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_brings_sleep_apnea_detection_to_galaxy_watch_5_and_6_series_in_korea-news-60117.php

OnePlus Pad Go's battery detailed

OnePlus will launch the OnePlus Pad Go on October 6, and the company has already revealed its design with a few specs, with the latest bits telling us about the tablet's battery size and charging speed. The OnePlus Pad Go will pack an 8,000 mAh battery with 33W SuperVOOC fast charging support, unlike the OnePlus Pad unveiled in February, which came with a 9,510 mAh cell and 67W charging. OnePlus previously revealed the Pad Go would sport an 11.35" 2.4K display and feature quad speakers with Dolby Atmos support. It would also have 5G connectivity and 8GB RAM and 256GB of storage...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_pad_go_battery_size_charging_speed-news-60116.php

Samsung announces SmartTag2 with new design, features and longer battery life

Following its Galaxy Fan Edition devices, Samsung announced its updated SmartTag2 device with a new more durable and versatile design, longer battery life and extended set of features. The design now incorporates a metal ring inside so it can be used for more things. One of the new functionalities of the SmartTag2 is the so-called Lost Mode. The owner of the SmartTag2 can input their contact information and whenever it's lost, the person who finds the tag can scan it using the phone's NFC and it will automatically show the owner's contact information. A new Compass View makes it...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_announces_smarttag2_with_new_design_features_and_longer_battery_life-news-60113.php

iOS 17.0.3 is out to fix overheating for the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max

Apple has today released iOS 17.0.3, which, as the name implies, is a very small incremental update to iOS 17. Or rather, it is that if you own anything other than an iPhone 15 Pro or an iPhone 15 Pro Max. If you have either of those devices, then this is the holy grail that you've been waiting for. The cool (excuse the obvious pun) update you should install right away. That's right, this is the one that's supposed to fix the overheating issues that a lot of people have been reporting on the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max ever since those handsets launched. Last week, Apple finally...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/ios_1703_is_out_to_fix_overheating_iphone_15_pro_and_iphone_15_pro_max-news-60115.php

Google Pixel 8 teardown video already available

Following months of teasers, leaks and rumors, a few hours ago Google finally made the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro fully official, and started taking pre-orders for them. And already, there's a full teardown video for the Pixel 8, coming from YouTube channel PBKreviews. The video goes into a detailed description of what you need to do in order to disassemble a Pixel 8, bit by bit, starting with a very simple step: taking out the SIM tray. That is, of course, the easiest step, it's all more complicated from there. In the end, the Pixel 8 receives a 7 out of 10 reparability score, where...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_8_teardown_video_already_available-news-60114.php

vivo V29 Pro unveiled with 2x portrait camera, Dimensity 8200 chipset

The fourth member of the V29 family is here – the vivo V29 Pro stands above the vanilla vivo V29 with an additional camera and a faster chipset. This is also an upgrade over the V27 Pro from earlier this year. What the V29 Pro has that neither of its siblings has, in fact, no other V-phone has ever had it, is the 12MP portrait camera. It has a 2x zoom lens that can focus on subjects at 0.5m to 2m away (1.6-6.5ft). The Sony IMX663 sensor has “all-pixel dual-core” autofocus, which helps it in the dark. The main camera is the same as on the V29 and V27 Pro, a 50MP IMX766 sensor (1/1.56”)...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_v29_pro_unveiled_with_2x_portrait_camera_dimensity_8200_chipset-news-60092.php

Gmail now has emoji reactions, for better or worse

Emoji were already almost everywhere. Everywhere, that is, except in Gmail. Would you even want your email service to provide this functionality? Well, whether you do or you don't, it's now here. Gmail is getting emoji reactions, starting on Android phones and tablets. Undoubtedly, if this proves popular, it will quickly spread to iOS and the web. Similarly to how your favorite chat app already does it, emoji reactions will be available on each Gmail message. Once you've opened a message, scroll down and you'll find the new emoji reaction button to the right of Reply, Reply all, and...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/gmail_now_has_emoji_reactions_for_better_or_worse-news-60100.php

Apple iPhone 15 Pro review

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_iphone_15_pro-review-2620.php

Oppo Find N3 specs and press render give us a good idea of what's coming

We have a photo and some specs of the Oppo Find N3 (not the Flip), courtesy of Digital Chat Station on Weibo. The Find N3 is coming soon and rumor has it, it's the China-bound version of the upcoming OnePlus Open. The render shows off the sleek frame and part of the phone's design. We're looking at the top part given that there's no USB-C port. There's a hint of a mute switch on the right. Digital Chat Station shares a litany of specs. The inner screen is a 7.82-inch 2268x2440px 120Hz-capable OLED, while the cover screen is a 6.31-inch 2484x1116px 120Hz OLED. Inside ticks a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_find_n3_specs_and_press_render_give_us_a_good_idea_of_whats_coming-news-60098.php

Sharp unveils Sense8 mid-ranger with Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, 50MP camera with OIS

Google Pixels have really picked up in popularity in Japan in recent quarters and while they are mostly eating into Apple’s share of the market, local brands may be worried too. With this in mind, check out the new Sharp Sense8, which just launched at JPY 62,150 (while a Pixel 7a is JPY 62,700). According to Sharp, the phone was designed primarily for two things – a good, simple to use camera and long battery life. For the latter, the battery capacity has been upgraded to 5,000mAh (up from 4,570mAh on the Sense7), not bad for a phone that weighs only 159g. This is a relatively compact...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/sharp_unveils_sense8_midranger_with_snapdragon_6_gen_1_50mp_camera_with_ois-news-60096.php

iPhone 15 Pro owners report dead NFC modules after using wireless charging in their BMWs

Apple acknowledged that the iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max suffer from overheating issues and pointed the finger at a bug in iOS 17. A fix is in the works, but a new issue has surfaced – wireless charging might be damaging the NFC module. There are only a few isolated incidents reported for now, but it has happened often enough that it can't be ignored. Several folks in the MacRumors forums as well as posters on X have reported issues with setting up Apple Pay – when replacing the phones at an Apple Store, the employees suggested that the NFC module had died. Apple Pay issues...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/iphone_15_pro_owners_report_dead_nfc_modules_after_using_wireless_charging_in_their_bmws-news-60095.php

Nokia XR21 Limited Edition debuts to celebrate start of EU manufacturing

Just as promised earlier this year, HMD Global is now manufacturing 5G smartphones in Europe – more specifically in Hungary and the first phone from the assembly line is a Limited Edition Nokia XR21. HMD commissioned an initial batch of only 50 devices with a mere 30 going on open sale. Each phone will be engraved with its own unique number in the series and comes in the Frosted Platinum color with its own limited edition box. Nokia XR21 was announced back in May and brings a rugged design with MIL-STD-810H military-grade and IP69K certification - the highest IP protection against...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/nokia_xr21_limited_edition_debuts_to_celebrate_start_of_eu_manufacturing-news-60094.php

Android 14 October 4 release confirmed by carrier

Last we heard anything about Google's delayed release of Android 14, it was rumored to finally be dropping on the day of the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro announcement - October 4. Back then, it was just a rumor. Today, it's sort of confirmed. Only sort of, because this isn't exactly an official announcement - and we're not expecting one from Google until the day of. What we have is Canadian carrier Telus listing when software update rollouts would commence for the devices it sells. And under all Pixel devices starting with the Pixel 4a, "Android U" was listed as going out on October...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/android_14_october_4_release_confirmed_by_carrier-news-60090.php

Apple iPhone 15 Plus review

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_iphone_15_plus-review-2621.php

Apple could strike a $2 billion deal for the TV rights to Formula 1 races

This February Apple launched the MLS Season Pass – a place to stream Major League Soccer, which doesn’t require an Apple TV+ subscription (thought TV+ subscribers get a discount). This was apparently quite successful (it’s credited with 1 million new subscribers hopping on board) and Cupertino is now trying to strike a similar deal and become the exclusive rights holder for Formula 1 races. Business F1 reports that the deal will cost Apple around $2 billion a year, double what the Formula 1 Group is getting for the global TV rights currently. However, there are deals in place with...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_could_strike_a_2_billion_deal_for_the_tv_rights_to_formula_1_races-news-60088.php

Samsung to further cut production of memory chips to stem the losses

Samsung Device Solutions (DS), the division in charge of the lucrative chip production business, posted a loss in the first quarter of this year, its first quarter in the red since 2009. Unfortunately, the rest of this year isn’t looking good either, so Samsung is slashing production targets. The operating loss in Q1 was KRW 4.6 trillion, which was lowered to KRW 4.36 trillion in Q2. The loss for Q3 will be around KRW 4.0 trillion ($2.95 billion), predicts analyst Kim Dong-won from KB Securities. Other analysts are forecasting smaller loses for Q3 – KRW 3.7 trillion, according to Kim...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_to_further_cut_production_of_memory_chips_to_stem_the_losses-news-60087.php

Google Pixel 8 unboxed on video two days before the official launch

Google will unveil the new Pixel 8 series later this week (on Wednesday, October 4), but there have been so many leaks that the phones feel like they are already official. The leaks include photos of the retail package for the Pixel 8. Want to know what’s in the box? Check out this YouTube short: The video was posted by PBKreviews, a channel that usually focuses on disassembly videos and drop tests rather than leaks. Anyway, it shows the contents of the box: a USB C to C cable, a USB C to A adapter, a quick start guide and the phone itself. Photos of a Pixel 8 box from a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_8_unboxed_on_video_two_days_before_the_official_launch-news-60086.php

Oppo Find N3 Flip appears on Geekbench ahead of global launch

The Find N3 Flip from Oppo made its debut in China back in late August and it’s now expected to go global soon. Ahead of that, we have the global Find N3 Flip on Geekbench with a different identifier (CPH2519) compared to the Chinese model which goes by PHT110. Oppo Find N3 Flip global unit on Geekbench Looking at the Geekbench listing, we get confirmation that the device is still equipped with the Dimensity 9020 chipset and 12 GB RAM. We can assume the rest of the spec sheet will be identical to the Find N3 Flip launched in China. It also boots Android 13, presumably with ColorOS...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_find_n3_flip_appears_on_geekbench_ahead_of_global_launch-news-60085.php

The iPhone 15 Pro Max vs Galaxy S23 Ultra drop test raises questions over titanium strength

Can we agree that drop tests are irresponsible, cruel on the phones, and amazingly viewable content? As these go, this might be the best around, featuring the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra against the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max. Both phones's rear and front glass cracked on the first drop, but while the Galaxy S23 Ultra kept accumulating small amounts of damage, the iPhone 15 Pro Max got worse far faster. Here's the full video.

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_iphone_15_pro_max_loses_a_drop_test_against_the_galaxy_s23_ultra-news-60084.php

Apple acknowledges iPhone 15 Pro series overheating issues, promises fix

It wouldn’t be a proper iPhone launch without a bit of controversy and this year there have been numerous reports of overheating iPhone 15 Pro series models. Apple has now acknowledged the issue and is actively working on a fix with an upcoming software update. We have identified a few conditions which can cause iPhone to run warmer than expected. The device may feel warmer during the first few days after setting up or restoring the device because of increased background activity. We have also found a bug in iOS 17 that is impacting some users and will be addressed in a software...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_comments_on_iphone_15_pro_series_overheating_issues_promises_fix_-news-60083.php

Top 10 trending phones of week 39

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max extended its reign in our trending chart in week 39 and just last week it's followed by the Redmi Note 13 Pro+. The Galaxy S23 Ultra comes in third as newly announced Xiaomi 13T Pro came just short of making the podium. We then have the other member of the new duo, the vanilla 13T, placed fifth. The Samsung Galaxy A54 is up to sixth, pushing the Redmi Note 13 Pro to seventh. The Apple iPhone 15 and 15 Pro are now down to eight and ninth, respectively, while the Redmi Note 12 completes this installment of the chart. The iPhone 15 Pro Max's rule now spans...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/top_10_trending_phones_of_week_39-news-60082.php

Xiaomi 13 Ultra Photography Kit review

How can you make possibly the best smartphone for photography an even more capable cameraphone? Accessorize it! That's exactly what Xiaomi did for the 13 Ultra with the Photography Kit - a quirky set of accessories for the everyday phone user, but an invaluable work tool for the enthusiast photographer and videographer. What's the Photography Kit? The Xiaomi 13 Ultra Photography Kit features a quality protective case with a lens cap, a 67mm filter adapter, a camera grip with Bluetooth, and a lanyard. The whole package You can just snap the case on the phone and put...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_13_ultra_photography_kit_review-news-60042.php

Week 39 in review: Xiaomi 13T is here, iPhone 15 Pro Max overheating

As the new iPhones shipped out to buyers and reviews went live, some things became apparent about the new iPhones. The Pro Max has one hell of a camera - it ranked second on DxOMark's chart (a huge leap for an iPhone, historically), and the Pro models seem to struggle to cool down the A17 Pro chipset. According to Ming-Chi Kuo's survey, Apple made compromises to the cooling system, reduced the cooling area, and by choosing titanium over steel, made the Pro models harder to cool. Apple will address the issue via software updates. The Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro's prices for the States...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/week_39_in_review_xiaomi_13t_is_here_iphone_15_pro_max_overheating-news-60075.php

Weekly deals: the best smartphone deals from the US, the UK, Germany, the Netherlands and India

It has been a week after the iPhone 15 series hit store shelves and it has been a fairly quiet week because of it. With only a few major launches, we focused mostly on older phones and their slide down the price ladder – and how they compare to the new offerings as well. Use the links below the jump to your country. USA The UK The Netherlands Germany India USA Foldables are still quite expensive, but if you’re patient enough, you can grab a discount. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 with 512GB storage has fallen by $255 several months after launch. ...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/weekly_deals_the_best_smartphone_deals_from_the_us_the_uk_germany_the_netherlands_and_india-news-60072.php

Weekly poll: can the Xiaomi 13T and 13T Pro lure you in with a great value for money proposition?

The Xiaomi 13 series was strong out of the gate, but pricey too – the global versions started at €1,000 for the Xiaomi 13 (8/256GB) and €1,300 for the Xiaomi 13 Pro (12/256GB). This week saw the launch of the 13T duo – the phones are not as capable as the main 13 series, however, they are a good deal cheaper too. Xiaomi 13T The Xiaomi 13T is €650 for an 8/256GB phone, the Xiaomi 13T Pro goes for €800 for a unit with extra RAM and the same amount of storage, i.e. 12/256GB. So, both of them have lower MSRPs than their non-T siblings. The price of the old flagships has fallen since...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/weekly_poll_can_the_xiaomi_13t_and_13t_pro_lure_you_in_with_a_great_value_for_money_proposition-news-60046.php

Weekly poll results: Tecno Phantom V Flip's low price is its biggest advantage

Slowly but surely foldables are inching towards an affordable price range. And it’s not the old flagship killer brands doing it but rather Tecno’s premium brand – the Phantom V Flip launches at ₹50,000 in India and will be €700 in Europe. This makes it the cheapest foldable yet. For comparison, the Rarz 40 is one of the most affordable flip foldables and it costs ₹60,000/€900. The V Flip does have a few rough edges, but as we found in our review, this is a very compelling package for the price. That’s good enough for one fifth of voters in last week’s poll who might have been counting...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/weekly_poll_results_tecno_phantom_v_flips_low_price_is_its_biggest_advantage-news-60048.php

Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro in for review

Xiaomi made the trek to Google's Wear OS for the Watch 2 Pro and it makes for a solid smart wearable that's ready to compete with Samsung's Galaxy Watch6 Classic. What's more, Xiaomi's watch is €270 for the Bluetooth model and €330 for an LTE-ready one - Samsung's watch crosses the €400 mark. You get the watch in either Black with a fluoroelastomer strap or silver with a leather strap and Xiaomi's proprietary wireless charger. Upfront the Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro has your standard 1.43-inch 466x466px OLED display with as much as 600 nits. It's packed into a 46mm casing. Xiaomi went with...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_watch_2_pro_in_for_review-news-60073.php